Welcome to the
First Trip Foundry
where we help you stop overthinking and gain the confidence to actually take your dream trip.
Why travel with us?
If planning your trip feels overwhelming, time-consuming, or confusing — you’re in the right place. I’m Sydnee, the founder of The First Trip Foundry. I offer confidence-building travel planning and itineraries for first-time and solo travelers who want to stop overthinking and finally feel bold enough to actually book a trip.
Our business is built on my extensive travel experience across the U.S. and internationally, ranging from solo trekking through the Scottish Highlands to exploring winding cobblestone streets in Italy. You’re getting insider knowledge from someone who has been there, done that and navigated it solo.
An option for every traveler
We offer a tiered structure of packages for a variety of confidence levels. Whether this is your first trip or you’re looking for help with an existing itinerary, we have your back. Each package includes the option for a pre-departure check-in to feel self-assured before you leave home.
The Quick Trip Fix is perfect if you’ve already done some research and know what you want to do, but you’d feel much better knowing someone experienced has looked over the plan. This package includes a one-page improved plan and itinerary.
Price: $100
You’ve got the ideas. Let’s make sure the trip actually works.
The Quick Trip Fix
The First Trip Blueprint removes the guesswork for planning your first trip. We’ll focus on experiences that are worth your time while making sure you know how to get around, where to stay, and what to expect. This package includes a personalized map, 2-3 curated experiences, booking links, a packing list and more.
Price: $500
Your first trip should feel exciting —not overwhelming.
First Trip Blueprint
Solo Travel Confidence Plan
Our highest tier is for travelers who want the freedom of traveling independently with the reassurance of having a thoughtful plan behind them. It includes a 5-10 day itinerary, curated experiences, apacking list, on-trip support, a personalized map, booking links and more.
Price: $700–$1,200
Lets plan your dream trip.